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Chapter 54, Problem 54.1CR
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To interpret: An example of a pair of species that exhibit each of the interspecific interactions.

Concept introduction: The interactions among members of the different species are called the interspecific interactions. These interactions include predation,interspecific competition, herbivory, symbiosis (Parasitism, Mutualism, and Commensalism), and facilitation. Many of the interspecific interactions can affect the survival and reproduction of the species that engage in them.

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Examples of a pair of species that exhibit the interspecific interactions:

Interspecific Interaction Examples
Interspecific competition (-/-) A fox and a bobcat competing for prey
Predation(+/-) A lion eating a rabbit
Herbivory(+/-) A humming bird drinking nectar
Symbiosis
  • Parasitism(+/-)
Fleas or ticks that live on dogs and cats
  • Mutualism(+/+)
Sea anemones and clownfish
  • Commensalism(+/0)
Cattle egret and buffalo
Facilitation(+/+ or 0/+) A flowering plant and its pollinator.

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